Website Review and Suggestions

**memario** · 11-02-2011, 10:57 AM

I've finished it at last http://hojaplata.com

**chrishirst** · 11-23-2011, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by cuteprince85

its not in english :|

Does it need to be, just to comment on the design and layout?

**vultren** · 11-23-2011, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by cuteprince85

its not in english :|

In Google Chrome, there is this really nice toolbar that drops down that asks if you want to translate

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Originally Posted by memario

I've finished it at last http://hojaplata.com

It looks good! Nice use of modern code!

**memario** · 11-24-2011, 05:25 AM

Hah I really didn't realize that it'll be so hard to see the two circles in the right corner. I mean sure they are not flags but the header is so empty, how can you not see the "en" button for English

But thanks anyway couse I'll take this as a critique

Thank you all for the comments

**qwerty** · 11-25-2011, 03:01 AM

Lovely site. It was a pleasure to click around and the design suits the content. Well done.

**memario** · 11-25-2011, 07:53 AM

Thank you, I'm glad you like it.

**TWD** · 11-29-2011, 10:11 AM

Nice javascript effects.

Maybe the "click a leaf" call to action needs to be a bit more
prominent. I almost didnt notice it.
Which leads to the second problem that it's not immediately
apparent what the purpose of the site is.
I'd probably sacrifice the flying bird animation for the sake
of getting some "featured products" on the home page,
to visitors a bit more of a clue.

People never read by the way. You have to show them
using pictures what your deal is.

**memario** · 01:53 PM

TWD Thanks for the helpful comment. I'm now thinking of an image slideshow in the welcome content box. It'll start a couple of seconds after the page loads, and it'll show several pictures of the jewels.

**Shey** · 12-02-2011, 09:07 PM

Lovely site Mario!

Highly interactive. I was never bored even while the page is loading. There's this cute plant/shrub/bush (I guess I should just call it a plant) call to action that I can click its leaves to get more info. Great play with codes

**rogue13** · 12-05-2011, 09:20 PM

Upon viewing your site, I was immediately impressed with your design, but there are a few details that you might want to look into.

First, who are you marketing your products to? When I first viewed your profile it loaded in spanish. This brings a couple thoughts to mind.

The first of which is security. If I view a business site, and it does not appear to be based in my own country I immediately suspect fraud, or at the very least, legal difficulties if I have problems with your product or business.

The second thing I noticed is that you actually do have a button to change the site's language, but it is far to small. I probably would have missed it and closed the window if I hadn't been looking at the site with a critical eye.

**tahoecale** · 12-07-2011, 12:26 AM

I like how google chrome will translate Im glad i saw that.. I knew i would be interested in your site the second iknew what it was about! Its beautiful.. the content of the catalog makes my mouth droll (not literally

LOL) SO beautiful!!

I also suggest like a PP said... add some content/items to the home page so its more apparent what it is your sites about/selling ect.. again i cant express how lovely your page is all in all just that one change would prolly do you wonders! Hope this helps!!

**FokeBox** · 12-07-2011, 03:32 PM

Very lovely website with impressive soft colors and Images! I wish I cannot read it and understand it, but I love it!
I like the buttons in the shape of leafs on the tree
Nice work and good luck!

**memario** · 12-13-2011, 07:02 PM

Oh you guys just melt my heart

Thanks a lot for your positive words and constructive critique.
rogue13 Well the business is located in Spain and it's directed mostly for Spain buyers that's why the main language is not english. About your second critique I'm now fully agreed. It's one of those times in which I know that the buttons are there because I put them there, but no one knows that... you are not the first one which didn't see the language button. Maybe if I place the word "Language" ? Just like the "Cart" on the left ?
Now I've changed the home design just a little bit, so it can be a little more Christmasy. I've added some snow on the tree and on the grass. Also the flying birds will be replaced with a Santa Claus with some deers

When spring comes I guess that they'll be another modifications...according to all of the seasons.
Thanks again and happy holidays to all!

**flexdesigns** · 12-14-2011, 04:31 AM

It doesn't hit me straight away that the sites a store. I think you should add a slider of some of your products on the homepage or promotions act. Maybe even a video.

That aside I would change the font in the content box on the homepage

Great site though

Regards, Flex

**memario** · 12-14-2011, 11:31 AM

Thanks for the suggestion. I'm now currently waiting for the photographer to create some new pictures, probably of models wearing the jewels because even the pictures of the leaf itself doesn't tell people right away that it is a jewelry. Once I get those pictures I will make the slideshow on the home page.

Best regards, Mario

**Shey** · 12-16-2011, 01:28 PM

We are excited to see the new layout Mario!
I agree, it would be great to show pics showcasing your products to inform visitors that it is an online store.

**Digmen1** · 12-19-2011, 02:34 PM

I quite like it.
It is a new take on online shop.

I am English, But I know a few words of Spanish (eg chica caliente)
But I got the idea of it when I saw the world Catalog.

I wonder if you should make the "EN" stand out a bit more, so that if English speakers arrive at your site, they can switch to English as soon as.

I like your opening paragraph it should appeal to your market. But The first few words do not read very well in English
A real leaf and flower jewels finished in gold

Best of luck